Toronto Photo Gallery - Vaughan Subway Extension

For more information on the subway extension, visit the TTC's dedicated project website.

This extension was quite controversial, as there were more pressing transit needs that wanted the funding, such as the replacement of Line 3 and a downtown relief line. While York University was a major beneficiary, the stretches in Vaughan were quite empty and had little residential density to support the line. Meanwhile, the notion of a downtown-to-suburb commute was also becoming outdated with more suburb-to-suburb commutes emerging.

The extension begins at Downsview station, the former terminus of Line 1 and has since been renamed Sheppard West.

With a reminder of Canary Wharf, the designers wanted to use natural light to guide passengers, and the station is entirely naturally ventilated.